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FV53 UOC

2004 Audi A2

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

140,157 mi
Last recorded140,157 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2017
Typical for 2004 Audi A282,862 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV53 UOC
MakeAudi
ModelA2
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2017 140,157 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 132,728 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 26 May 2016 132,728 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively (3.4.3)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 22 Jul 2015 125,425 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 21 Jul 2015 125,425 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Apr 2014 115,396 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 115,323 miles

all brake discs corroded

Fail 4 Mar 2013 115,323 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

all brake discs corroded

Pass 1 Feb 2012 108,516 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2012 108,516 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Feb 2011 96,736 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 90,011 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 85,732 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 Jan 2008 76,903 miles

Chip in screen zone B.

Condensation in nearside headlamp.

Front brake pads getting low,possoble change at next service.

Rear brake disc faces poor.

Fail 17 Jan 2008 76,903 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Chip in screen zone B.

Condensation in nearside headlamp.

Engine management light on.

Front brake pads getting low,possoble change at next service.

Rear brake disc faces poor.

Pass 18 Jan 2007 64,812 miles

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

How Reliable is the Audi A2?

Based on 380,691 MOT tests across 19,245 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
5,744
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
19,245
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 13,177
Stop lamp not working 6,149
Direction indicator incorrect colour 5,217
coil spring broken 4,787
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,660
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FV53 UOC is a 2004 Audi A2 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2004 Audi A2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 82,862 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Audi A2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 13,177 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FV53 UOC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A2 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 22 years old, this Audi A2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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FV53 UOC is a 2004 Audi A2, first registered on 19 January 2004.

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